Clutch Alignment Tool

[Darius]

I'm going to replace/upgrade my clutch before putting my motor (Series 1 RB25DET) in and was wondering how the clutch alignment tool works and if you need it or not? It seems like the clutch disc would be idiot proof to install, but I could be missing something.

And just for the record it's the non-turbo Z32 throw-out bearing that is required to match the new pressure plate to the RB25DET transmission, right?

[nab911]

The disc doesnt attach to anything until the transmission is on. All it is is a plastic turbo that you put in to hold the disc up while you bolt the pressure plate down. Yeah you need it but autozone sells them for like $1 or i have about 100000000 i could give you.

[Darius]

A "plastic turbo" eh? hahaha just kidding man. That's exactly how I pictured it being used. I'll just save us the hassle with shipping and go get one from NAPA or whereever. Thanks though

[unstable240]

Chit if you can find one I looked all over atlanta for three days and no one had any. However if you buy a clutch kit most of them come with alignment tools.

[nab911]

Autozone will sell just the tool... or i can meet you somewhere and give you one. Lol i meant tube but im at work and not paying much attention.

[DrifterTom]

a 1/2 inch extension with the right diameter socket works really well.some late night garage ingenuity.tom

[nab911]

Fresh idea... 1/2"/12mm sounds bought right.. maybe a little smaller.

[red240zenki]

Whatever you do, make sure you DONT get the universal cluch alignment kit. Those suck. If you are getting a new clutch, you should always get the clutch alignment tool. If not, just do what I did, and go to a mechanic and ask to borrow one.